Observations on Militia Reform and Native Strength in England
The author argues for local militia training and citizen arms to defend the realm, praising ancestor practices of archery and parish drills. He critiques standing armies and urges continued public exercise of arms, noting England’s native strength and the need for discipline, local leadership, and noble examples to sustain defense.
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